Iran Uses ‘Undisclosed' Missiles In Operation True Promise III, Overwhelms Already Burdened Iron Dome
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/ Jun 19, 2025, 01:58PM IST
Iran has escalated its military campaign against Israeli-occupied territories in the latest phase of Operation True Promise III, launching hundreds of long-range missiles with increased destructive power. The Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC) confirmed strikes across multiple cities, warning civilians in Tel Aviv and Haifa to evacuate immediately. Explosions were reported in both the occupied regions and near Tehran, as air defense systems activated. Iranian officials say these actions are retaliation for Israeli attacks on Iran's nuclear and military infrastructure. Israel's missile defenses are reportedly nearing depletion, with U.S. media estimating it could last only 10–20 more days. As civilian casualties rise and hypersonic Fattah missiles are introduced, the region edges closer to a broader conflict.#Iran #Trump #MiddleEastTensions #PersianGulf #Khamenei #USIranConflict#BreakingNews #Geopolitics #GulfStates #MilitaryWarning #WarThreat#USBase #IranRetaliation #TrumpVsIran #GlobalSecurity
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